UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure startup Skipr has secured US$2 million in seed funding at a $10 million valuation to support the expansion of its sovereign AI infrastructure and …
Dubai targeted again: Video shows thick black smoke after blasts rock financial hub, debris hits building
Explosions shook buildings in Dubai on Friday, sending a large plume of smoke over the central area of the Middle East’s financial hub, marking day 14 of the conflict between the United States-Israel, …
Explosions rock central Dubai as Iran continues to target the Middle East financial hub
Explosions rocked central Dubai on Friday, shaking buildings and sending a large plume of smoke into the sky. The powerful blasts were felt inside nearby structures, with a significant cloud of smoke …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi Iran War LIVE: Blasts heard, smoke seen over central Dubai; US military refuelling plane crashes in Iraq
According to the Pentagon, the first week of war has cost the United States $11.3 billion. Read all the breaking news updates …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Blasts heard, smoke seen over central Dubai
Authorities in Dubai said they were responding to a minor incident after debris from a successful air defence interception struck the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road.
UAE news: No new permit needed, special entry rule for residents with expired visas amid Iran vs US-Israel war
Thousands of expatriates stranded abroad can now return to the UAE without new permits as their residency visas expired. This temporary measure, valid until March 31, 2026, waives fines for those …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi Iran War LIVE: Mojtaba demands closure of Gulf US bases, threatens to open ‘other fronts’ in clash
According to the Pentagon, the first week of war has cost the United States $11.3 billion. Read all the breaking news updates …
TotalEnergies output down 15% due to US-Iran war; confirms UAE outages
Iran conflict, with major UAE and Middle East oil field shutdowns impacting cash flow …
Strong banks, property sector anchor UAE business confidence
UAE banks have built substantial capital buffers and improved provisioning practices, which have strengthened balance sheets following the pandemic and previous economic cycles …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Saudi Arabia says 28 drones intercepted, destroyed
Authorities in Dubai said they were responding to a minor incident after debris from a successful air defence interception struck the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Dubai Abu Dhabi War highlights: UAE intercepts 10 missiles, 26 drones in a day; fresh blasts heard in Iran
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Iran war news highlights: The UAE has stated it intercepted a total of 10 missiles and 26 drones on Thursday as the US-Iran conflict continues to spread across West Asia. As the …
Dubai’s freezone law to boost FDI, says lawyer
A recent Dubai law which paves the way for freezone-registered firms to operate in the emirate’s mainland could be instrumental in attracting further foreign direct investment, a Dubai-based lawyer …
DIFC Innovation Hub and Capital.com launch “CapitalHer” to advance women’s financial confidence across the GCC
Designed to empower women across the GCC with the knowledge, confidence, and practical exposure needed to engage with financial markets responsibly …
Sharjah Elderly Services Centre provides free medical transportation to 12,000 Seniors in first year
SHARJAH, 13th March, 2026 (WAM) — In its first year, the Elderly Services Centre, which is part of the Sharjah Social Services Award, has successfully helped nearly 12,000 seniors and disabled …
Alec Holding seeks to raise up to $381 million from Dubai IPO
Construction and engineering company Alec Holdings is looking to raise as much as Dh1.4 billion ($381 million) from the sale of a 20 per cent stake through an initial public offering on the Dubai …
Gulf banks close branches as Iran drones unsettle Dubai finance hub
International and local banks across the Gulf region have closed branches and told staff to work from home after debris from an Iranian drone hit a building on the outskirts of the Dubai International …
UAE grants grace period for expat residents with expired visas to re-enter country
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security in the UAE has …